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Shipping list no.: 98-0090-P

Includes bibliographical references (p. 97-106)

"Warfighting has been revised, and this publication, Marine Corps Doctrinal Publication 1, supersedes Fleet Marine Force Manual 1." -- page [ii]

"[T]his publication describes the philosophy which distinguishes the U.S. Marine Corps. The thought contained her are not merely guidance for action in combat but a way of thinking. This publication provides the authoritative basis for how we fight and how we prepare to fight .... Chapter 1 describes our understanding of the characteristics, problems, and demands of war. Chapter 2 derives a theory about war from that understanding. This theory in turn provides the foundation for how we prepare for war and how we wage war, chapters 3 and 4, respectively." -- page [ii]

1. The nature of war : War defined ; Friction ; Uncertainty ; Fluidity ; Disorder ; Complexity ; The human dimension ; Violence and danger ; Physical, moral and mental forces ; The evolution of war ; The science, art, and dynamic of war ; Conclusion -- 2. The theory of war : War as an act of policy ; Means in war ; The spectrum of conflict ; Levels of war ; Initiative and response ; Styles of warfare ; Combat power ; Speed and focus ; Suprise and boldness ; Centers of gravity and critical vulnerabilities ; Creating and exploiting opportunity ; Conclusion -- 3. Preparing for war : Force planning ; Organization ; Doctrine ; Professionalism ; Training ; Professional military education ; Personnel management ; Equipping ; Conclusion

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[viii], 106 pages : 21 cm

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